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The history of the massage dates back over 4000 years, to traditional Chinese medicine.
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What is Therapeutic Massage?
What is therapeutic massage?A therapeutic massage is a manual manipulation of the body's soft tissue for the purpose of stimulating circulation and promoting relaxation.  It has been used in many world cultures for more than 4,000 years. Massage is generally used for the reduction of stress and pain.  It has been shown to boost the immune system as well. Since most diseases are exacerbated by stress, massage can help you become and stay healthier. A one hour massage can relieve as much stress as taking several days off from your normal routine.
 
"Fluff and buff" is a common term that many experienced massage therapists use about the treatments given in some spas. It means a massage that's so light that's it's not terribly effective. For example, it's just like asking someone to scratch an itch on your back ... and they scratch a bit but they just don't get it. It can be very frustrating for a client.

This doesn't mean good massage should hurt or feel too harsh. Good massage should feel soothing. However, if you have any areas of specific stress, 'knots' or chronic pain a deeper massage will 'get to' those areas and begin to relieve the grip and drain they have had on you. That's what you're paying for and less can well, seem like just not enough. Communication is key to insure the best massage possible. Let the massage therapist know your needs, for example, relaxation or stress reduction massages usually include all  major areas of the body, while a massage for an injury, or tightness will be focused on a specific area.

Often the massage therapists in spas and hotels have less clinical training than a therapist who works in our Massage Advantage clinics. A therapeutic massage is a wonderful tool in creating and maintaining your health and well being goals.